💥Competition for Ospina: Nacional seal deal for their new goalkeeper | OneFootball

Atlético Nacional continues its ambitious plan to build a stellar squad for 2026. With the goal of shining in the Liga BetPlay and surpassing Millonarios in the preliminary phase of the Copa Sudamericana, the verdolaga club has set its sights on one of the breakout stars of the lower division: the young goalkeeper Kevin Cataño.

The challenge of competing against a legend

Coming from Real Cundinamarca, Cataño, 22 years old, rose to fame after his brilliant performance in the second division final against Cúcuta, where he saved two penalties. Despite rumors of a possible loan, journalist Felipe Sierra confirmed that Nacional plans to keep him. This sets up a highly competitive scenario, as he will have to fight for a spot with none other than the legendary David Ospina, as well as Harlen Castillo and Luis Marquínez.

The future of the attack and preseason

On the attacking front, the club is working against the clock to retain Alfredo Morelos. Although his loan has ended and he must return to Santos of Brazil, the management is looking to buy his rights, facing interest from Mexican teams. With a short preseason before the tournament kicks off in mid-January, the Medellín team is looking to tie up these loose ends to consolidate a squad that can be a leading force across the continent.

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